Looking for a new part-time job where you can make a real difference and be that person that someone can rely on? Are you motivated and understanding with the ability to think outside the box when trying new things? This could be the role for you.

Our fabulous #TeamFairyhill are on the lookout for an outgoing and bubbly *female colleague with bags of enthusiasm to join their team as a Support Practitioner on a part time (16 hours per week) permanent basis.

It would be great if you have experience working with mental health, however we recruit on values and transferrable skills and our Training Academy will give you all the skills you'll need, including the opportunity to complete your SVQ.

The Role and the individual you will support

Working as part of our small team you’ll be supporting a young lady who loves nothing more than keeping active. From taking part in social activities to going to night clubs and themed ‘Come Dine With Me’ events with her friends, there is never a dull moment

You’ll be providing practical and emotional 1:1 support within her home and support while out in the community. By taking a person-centred approach, you will get to know the lady we support where you will encourage independence and help her recognize her potential. Part of your role will include developing and maintaining personal plans along with other relevant duties.

Due to the person we support having their own mobility car, we will need you to have a full UK manual drivers licence with at least a years experience on the roads.

About You

It would be great if you have experience working with mental health, however we recruit on values and transferrable skills and our Training Academy will give you all the skills you'll need. We'll pay you for your training and will even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification, PVG costs and SSSC registration fees too!

All we’ll need you to bring is: -

• A full manual driving licence as this lady has her own mobility car
• Good listening and communication skills.
• A caring attitude and approach.
• A positive approach to learning.
• An understanding of the importance of routines and guidelines.
• Confidence in the use of computers.

Shift Patterns

Our dedicated team provides person-centred support seven days a week, between typically 8am and 8pm and will include weekends and public holidays on a rotational basis.

What makes Cornerstone a great place to work

• You'll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy - it often doesn't feel like work
• Your job actually changes and improves lives - you'll make a difference in your local community
• We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
• No uniform - we wear our own casual clothes
• We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
• We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
• Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award winning Training Academy
• Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
• Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
• Long service awards
• Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
• 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
• Family friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
• Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few
  
  

Sound interesting? What are you waiting for? Apply today, we can't wait to hear from you!

Have any questions? If you'd like to find out more, please contact Hannah Rennie on 07350457529

Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy.

Please note - If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany. Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre-employment checks.

If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us. We will also need you to meet the requirements of the insurance required to drive the people we support's mobility car.

Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.

*For this position female is an Occupational Requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.